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Henry Morris, Jr.
Enacted in 1925, the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) reflects the nation’s policy favoring arbitration agreements. Employers routinely rely on the FAA to compel aggrieved employees to press their disputes before an arbitrator, rather than in civil litigation.
Aram Ordubegian, Kirsten A. Hart, Emily Cowley Leongini, Justin A. Goldberg, David P. Grosso, Christian M. McBurney, Anthony D. Peluso, Starshine S. Chun*, Tiffany O. Yadegar, Patrick Lai, Robert G. Edwards, Ph.D.
In an industry known for its fast-paced changes, 2024 will be no different for cannabis.
Vyasa Babu, J. Michael Showalter
The sale of most compact florescent light bulbs (CFLs) is set to be phased out in 2028 under recent energy efficiency regulations finalized by the US Department of Energy (DOE).
Robert G. Edwards, Ph.D.
Two bills, quite different in scope but both aiming to further restrict the use or presence of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in various products, are currently wending their way through the California legislature.
Sylvia G. Costelloe, William G. Stroupe II
In an effort to give the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) more “bite,” yesterday the Committee published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NRPM) in the Federal Register to enhance its procedures and strengthen its penalty and enforcement authorities.
David C. Meyer, Angele C. Solano, Gus N. Paras
ArentFox Schiff represented Group 1 Automotive in its acquisition of Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and Honda dealerships located in Hilton Head, South Carolina in March.
David C. Meyer, Angele C. Solano, Gus N. Paras, Tiffany O. Yadegar
ArentFox Schiff represented Group 1 Automotive in its acquisition of Newport Lexus and Tustin Lexus in February.
Daniel J. McQueen, Alex Rafuse
In Huerta v. CSI Electrical Contractors, Case No. S275431 (Mar. 25, 2024), the California Supreme Court made several holdings relating to when non-exempt employees must be paid, including for time spent undergoing mandatory vehicle searches.
J. Michael Showalter
While environmental justice (EJ) concerns continued to drive policymaking in early 2024, EJ efforts increasingly faced headwinds coming from various and sometimes unexpected directions.
Molly L. Wiltshire, Brian D. Schneider
Companies commonly receive subpoenas. Though it can be stressful to receive one, engaging in appropriate due diligence can help an organization effectively manage its response.
Patricia A. Pileggi, Brittany H. Sokoloff, William P. Ziegelmueller
On April 5, 2014, after an eight-day trial and a few hours of deliberation, a federal jury entered a verdict for the SEC Commission (SEC) and found that Panuwat had engaged in insider trading when he purchased the securities of a company on the basis of material non-public information.
Molly L. Wiltshire, Brian D. Schneider
Nonprofits and associations commonly receive subpoenas. Though it can be stressful to receive one, engaging in appropriate due diligence can help an organization effectively manage its response.
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Nadia Patel, Michael F. Dearington, Rebecca W. Foreman, Shoshana Golden
Headlines that Matter for Companies and Executives in Regulated Industries
Angela M. Santos, Nancy A. Noonan, Antonio J. Rivera, Leah Scarpelli, James Kim*, Lucas A. Rock, Mario A. Torrico, Kimia Pourshadi, William G. Stroupe II, David Llorente
Welcome to the April 2024 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month.
Meera Gorjala, Daniel J. Deeb
On April 10, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its final PFAS drinking water rule, setting new drinking water standards for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Berin S. Romagnolo
Berin hosted a 20-minute virtual forum on LinkedIn Live to discuss Citizenship Discrimination in the Hiring Process & Beyond.
ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce the expansion of its nationally recognized Automotive practice with the addition of Partners Paul Marshall Harris, Sara Decatur Judge, Gregory S. Paonessa, and Kelly Kirby Ballentine in the firm’s Boston office.
David P. Grosso, Starshine S. Chun*
The National Institute of Mental Health reported that 16.32% of youth (aged 12-17) in the District of Columbia (DC) experience at least one major depressive episode (MDE).
Robert G. Edwards, Ph.D.
Since January 1, 2022, California’s Fragrance and Flavor Ingredients Right to Know Act of 2020 has required manufacturers of cosmetic products to disclose the following information to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH):
Aram Ordubegian, Justin A. Goldberg, Kirsten A. Hart, Emily Cowley Leongini
New York Supreme Court Justice Kevin Bryant recently ruled that all New York State cannabis regulations are unconstitutional and therefore, null and void.
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Michael F. Dearington, Nadia Patel, Apeksha Vora, Shoshana Golden
Headlines that Matter for Companies and Executives in Regulated Industries
Aram Ordubegian, Sophia R. Wang
A significant recent decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of Raymond James & Assocs. V. Jalbert (In re German Pellets La., L.L.C.), 91 F.4th 802 (5th Cir. 2024) (German Pellets), underscores the potential risks and consequences of choosing to observe from the sidelines.
Daniel J. McQueen, Marissa Rael
In Gramajo v. Joe’s Pizza on Sunset, Inc., Case Nos. B322992/B323024 (Cal. App. Mar. 25, 2024), the California Court of Appeal held that employees who win in court on a claim for minimum or overtime wages must be awarded at least some amount of attorneys’ fees and costs under Labor Code Section 1194.
Matthew L. Finkelstein*, Danielle W. Bulger, Julia Ambros
The US Circuit Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit overturned a federal district court's determination that Netflix made fair use of the plaintiff's video in the 2020 Netflix show “Tiger King.”
D. Jacques Smith, Randall A. Brater, Michael F. Dearington, Nadia Patel, Apeksha Vora
Headlines that Matter for Companies and Executives in Regulated Industries